Denon AVR-1603, AVR-683 Operating Instruction

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR

1603

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MODE D’EMPLOI ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO

INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING BRUKSANVISNING

NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTE SULL’USO NOTAS SOBRE EL USO / ALVORENS TE GEBRUIKEN / OBSERVERA

• Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack.

• Vermeiden Sie hohe Temperaturen. Beachten Sie, daß eine ausreichend Luftzirkulation gewährleistet wird, wenn das Gerät auf ein Regal gestellt wird.

• Eviter des températures élevées Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.

• Evitate di esporre l’unità a temperature alte. Assicuratevi che ci sia un’adeguata dispersione del calore quando installate l’unità in un mobile per componenti audio.

• Evite altas temperaturas Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor cuando está instalado en la consola.

• Vermijd hoge temperaturen. Zorg voor een degelijk hitteafvoer indien het apparaat op een rek wordt geplaatst.

• Undvik höga temperaturer. Se till att det finns möjlighet till god värmeavledning vid montering i ett rack.

• Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

• Gehen Sie vorsichtig mit dem Netzkabel um. Halten Sie das Kabel am Stecker, wenn Sie den Stecker herausziehen.

• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec précaution. Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cordon.

• Manneggiate il filo di alimentazione con cura. Agite per la spina quando scollegate il cavo dalla presa.

• Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado. Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el cordón de energía.

• Hanteer het netsnoer voorzichtig. Houd het snoer bij de stekker vast wanneer deze moet worden aan- of losgekoppeld.

• Hantera nätkabeln varsamt. Håll i kabeln när den kopplas från eluttaget.

• Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.

• Halten Sie das Gerät von Feuchtigkeit, Wasser und Staub fern.

• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et lapoussière.

• Tenete l’unità lontana dall’umidità, dall’acqua e dalla polvere.

• Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad, agua y polvo.

• Laat geen vochtigheid, water of stof in het apparaat binnendringen.

• Utsätt inte apparaten för fukt, vatten och damm.

• Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time.

• Wenn das Gerät eine längere Zeit nicht verwendet werden soll, trennen Sie das Netzkabel vom Netzstecker.

• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes.

• Disinnestate il filo di alimentazione quando avete l’intenzione di non usare il filo di alimentazione per un lungo periodo di tempo.

• Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando no utilice el equipo por mucho tiempo.

• Neem altijd het netsnoer uit het stopkontakt wanneer het apparaat gedurende een lange periode niet wordt gebruikt.

• Koppla ur nätkabeln om apparaten inte kommer att användas i lång tid.

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Die Belüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht verdeckt werden.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• Non coprite i fori di ventilazione.

• No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.

• De ventilatieopeningen mogen niet worden beblokkeerd.

• Täpp inte till ventilationsöppningarna.

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• Keine fremden Gegenstände in das Gerät kommen lassen.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans l’appareil.

• E’ importante che nessun oggetto è inserito all’interno dell’unità.

• No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo.

• Laat geen vreemde voorwerpen in dit apparaat vallen.

• Se till att främmande föremål inte tränger in i apparaten.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the set.

• Lassen Sie das Gerät nicht mit Insektiziden, Benzin oder Verdünnungsmitteln in Berührung kommen.

• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.

• Assicuratevvi che l’unità non venga in contatto con insetticidi, benzolo o solventi.

• No permita el contacto de insecticidas, gasolina y diluyentes con el equipo.

• Laat geen insektenverdelgende middelen, benzine of verfverdunner met dit apparaat in kontakt komen.

• Se till att inte insektsmedel på spraybruk, bensen och thinner kommer i kontakt med apparatens hölje.

• Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.

• Versuchen Sie niemals das Gerät auseinander zu nehmen oder auf jegliche Art zu verändern.

• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil d’une manière ou d’une autre.

• Non smontate mai, nè modificate l’unità in nessun modo.

• Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de ninguna manera.

• Nooit dit apparaat demonteren of op andere wijze modifiëren.

• Ta inte isär apparaten och försök inte bygga om den.

ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL NEDERLANDS SVENSKA

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

• DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3. Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Directive.

• ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG

Wir erklären unter unserer Verantwortung, daß dieses Produkt, auf das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, den folgenden Standards entspricht: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 und EN61000-3-3. Entspricht den Verordnungen der Direktive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC und 93/68/EEC.

• DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE

Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité que l’appareil, auquel se réfère cette déclaration, est conforme aux standards suivants: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 et EN61000-3-3. D’après les dispositions de la Directive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC et 93/68/EEC.

• DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ

Dichiariamo con piena responsabilità che questo prodotto, al quale la nostra dichiarazione si riferisce, è conforme alle seguenti normative:

EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 e EN61000-3-3. In conformità con le condizioni delle direttive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC e 93/68/EEC. QUESTO PRODOTTO E’ CONFORME AL D.M. 28/08/95 N. 548

• DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD

Declaramos bajo nuestra exclusiva responsabilidad que este producto al que hace referencia esta declaración, está conforme con los siguientes estándares: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 y EN61000-3-3. Siguiendo las provisiones de las Directivas 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC y 93/68/EEC.

• EENVORMIGHEIDSVERKLARING

Wij verklaren uitsluitend op onze verantwoordelijkheid dat dit produkt, waarop deze verklaring betrekking heeft, in overeenstemming is met de volgende normen: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 en EN61000-3-3. Volgens de bepalingen van de Richtlijnen 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC en 93/68/EEC.

• ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSESINTYG

Härmed intygas helt på eget ansvar att denna produkt, vilken detta intyg avser, uppfyller följande standarder: EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 och EN61000-3-3. Enligt stadgarna i direktiv 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC och 93/68/EEC.

CAUTION

• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

• Please be care the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing for use.

• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-1603. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features AVR-1603 has to offer, read these

instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference should any questions or problems arise.

“SERIAL NO. PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

2 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON A/V Surround receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 ACCESSORIES

Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:

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Before Using .......................................................3

Cautions on Installation .......................................3

Cautions on Handling ..........................................3

Features ..............................................................3

Part Names and Functions ..................................4

Read this First .....................................................5

Setting up the Speaker Systems.........................5

Connections..................................................5 ~ 8

Using the Remote Control Unit...........................9

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Setting up the system ................................9 ~ 12

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Remote Control Unit.................................13 ~ 15

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Operation ..................................................15 ~ 18

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Surround ...................................................18 ~ 20

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DSP Surround Simulation .........................21 ~ 23

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Listening to the Radio...............................23 ~ 26

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Last Function Memory ......................................26

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Initialization of the Microprocessor ...................26

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Additional Information .................................27, 28

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Troubleshooting ................................................28

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Specifications ....................................................29

List of Preset Codes.....................................192 ~ 194

q Operating instructions ……………………………1 w Service station list ………………………………1 e Remote control unit (RC-920) …………………1

r R6P/AA batteries ………………………………2 t AM loop antenna …………………………………1 y FM indoor antenna ………………………………1

BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the set

To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection cords, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the connection cords between all other audio components when moving the set.

• Before turning the power operation switch on

Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are not problems with the connection cords. Always set the power operation switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cords.

• Store this instructions in a safe place.

After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty in a safe place.

• Note that the illustrations in this instructions may

differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.

• V. AUX terminal

The AVR-1603's front panel is equipped with a V. AUX terminal. Remove the cap covering the terminal when you want to use it.

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV. If this happens, take the following steps:

• Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV.

• Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit’s power cord and input/output connection cords.

• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder wires.

We recommend using outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables.

For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

• Switching the input function when input jacks are not connected

A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched when nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect components to the input jacks.

• Muting of PRE OUT jack, HEADPHONE jack and

SPEAKER terminals

The PRE OUT jack, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are greatly

reduced for several seconds after the power operation switch is turned on or input function, surround mode or any other set-up is changed. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will be very high after the muting circuit stops functioning. Always wait until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.

• Whenever the power operation switch is in the

£ OFF or STANDBY state, the apparatus is still

connected on some AC line voltages. Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

1. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder

Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multichannel audio signals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left/right, center and surround left/right). In addition, various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision.

2. Dolby Digital decoder

Dolby Digital, a digital discrete system in which the different channels are completely independent, recreates “three-dimensional” sound fields (sounds with a sense of distance, movement and position) with no crosstalk between channels for greater reality. In addition, the 5 channels (excluding the 0.1 channel for low frequency effects) have a playback range extending to 20 kHz, the same as the range of CDs, thus resulting in clearer, more richly expressive sound.

3. DTS (Digital Theater Systems) decoder

DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surround sound, from sources such as laser disc, DVD and specially-encoded music discs.

4. High performance DSP simulates 7 sound fields

Playback is possible in 7 surround modes: 5-channel Stereo, Mono Movie, Rock Arena, Jazz Club, Video Game, Matrix and Virtual. You can enjoy a variety of sound effects for different movie scenes and program sources even with stereo sources not in Dolby Surround.

5. Personal Memory Plus function

Personal Memory Plus is an advanced version of Personal Memory. With Personal Memory Plus, the set automatically memorizes the surround mode, channel volume, surround parameters, etc., for each of the separate input sources.

6. Remote control unit with pre-memory function

This unit comes with a remote control unit equipped with a pre-memory function. The remote control command codes for DENON remote controllable AV components as well as for LD players, video decks, TVs, etc., of other major manufacturers are prestored in the memory.

7. EXT. IN jack

This unit is equipped with EXT. IN jacks for use with audio formats of the future.

CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

FEATURES

10 cm or more

wall

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

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Power operation switch ......................(10, 15, 23)

Headphones jack (PHONES) ...........................(17)

INPUT MODE button ..........................(16, 17, 19)

SPEAKER A/B buttons ..............................(15, 26)

TONE DEFEAT button.....................................(17)

ANALOG button ........................................(16, 17)

DOLBY/DTS SURROUND button..............(18. 19)

5CH STEREO button .......................................(20)

DIRECT/STEREO button .................................(20)

TUNING UP/DOWN buttons ...........................(24)

RDS button................................................(25, 26)

V. AUX terminals ...........................................(3, 7)

SURROUND MODE button.......................(16, 22)

SURROUND PARAMETER button ............(19, 22)

SELECT knob ....................................(16 ~ 19, 22)

TONE CONTROL button .................................(16)

CH VOL button................................................(18)

MASTER VOLUME control .............................(16)

RT button ........................................................(26)

PTY button ......................................................(25)

Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL)....(16)

Display

Preset station select buttons..................(23 ~ 26)

BAND button...................................................(24)

EXT. IN button...........................................(16, 17)

SIGNAL indicators ...........................................(16)

INPUT mode indicators ...................................(16)

Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ....(9)

Power operation indicator (ON/STANDBY)

INPUT SELECTOR knob .......(16, 18, 19, 24 ~ 26)

Remote control unit

• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

LED (indicator).................(13, 15)

SURROUND

button..................(16, 18, 19, 21)

Test tone button ...................(18)

Input source selector buttons

............(13 ~16, 18, 19, 24 ~ 26)

Remote control signal

transmitter ..............................(9)

POWER buttons ...........(13 ~ 15)

Master volume control

buttons..................................(16)

MUTING button ....................(17)

Tuner system/

buttons .............(13, 14, 24 ~ 26)

SURROUND PARAMETER

button .....................(14, 19 ~ 22)

Mode select

switches ...................(9, 13 ~ 15)

SYSTEM SETUP/

SETUP button .............(9, 12, 14)

STATUS/DISPLAY button

..(14, 17)

Cursor buttons

...................(9 ~ 12, 14, 18 ~ 22)

DIMMER button....................(17)

CH SELECT (channel select)/

ENTER button ..............(9, 14, 18)

VIDEO SELECT button..........(17)

SPEAKER select button ........(15)

RETURN button ....................(14)

INPUT MODE select

buttons......................(16, 17, 19)

System buttons...............(13, 14)

NOTE:

• The shaded buttons do not function with the AVR-1603. (Nothing happens when they are pressed.)

INTPUTOUTPUT

LRL

RLR

Step 3 (page 9 to 12)

Finally, setting up the system.

Step 2 (page 9)

Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit.

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2 Speaker system layout

Basic system layout

• The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of six speaker systems and a television monitor:

Subwoofer

Center speaker system

Front speaker systems Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible.

Surround speaker systems

READ THIS FIRST

This A / V surround Receiver must be setup before use. Following these steps.

Step 1 (page 5 to 8)

Choose the location to setup the speakers and connecting the components.

SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS

•

Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.

•

Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).

•

Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise.

•

Use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment only. Do not use them for hair driers, etc.

• Note that binding pin plug cords together with power cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or other noise.

• Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is used independently without turning the power of this unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of this unit.

Connecting the audio components (1)

Decoders with 6-channel analog outputs, etc.

Connecting a tape deck

Connections for recording:

Connect the tape deck’s recording input jacks (LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape recording (OUT) jacks using pin plug cords.

Connections for playback:

Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape playback (IN) jacks using pin plug cords.

CONNECTIONS

Tape deck or CD recorder

AC 230 V, 50 Hz

AC CORD

Connecting the AC OUTLET

AC OUTLET

• SWITCHED (capacity – 100 W) The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit. No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect equipment whose capacity is above 100 W.

NOTE:

Only use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment. Never use them for hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.

• Analog recording of signals input to the AVR-1603 in digital format is not possible. To record in analog, also connect the analog signals of the player to the AVR-1603’s analog input terminals.

• The AVR-1603’s OPTICAL OUT terminal is an optical digital output terminal for connection of a CD recorder, MD recorder or other digital recording device. Use it for digital recording.

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SURROUND

AUDIO OUT

OPTICALCOAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

OUTPUT

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL IN

OUTPUTBINPUT

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ROUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

ROUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

OPT.-1

R L R L

R L

VIDEO

OPTICAL

Connecting the video equipments

TV or DBS tuner

DVD player or video disc player (VDP)

Monitor TV

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s video input jack (VIDEO INPUT) to the

MONITOR OUT jack

using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

VIDEO

NOTE:

Connection of the video disc Player Equipped with Dolby Digital RF (AC-3RF) Output Jack.

• Please use a commercially available adaptor when connecting the Dolby Digital RF (AC-3RF) output jack of the video disc player to the digital input jack. Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making connections.

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player VDP

• Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) video output jack (VIDEO

OUTPUT) to the (yellow) DVD/VDP IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) analog audio output jacks (ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT) to the DVD/VDP IN jacks using pin plug cords.

• For better sound quality, we recommend using the DVD player with

digital rather than analog connections. DVD players and VDP can also be connected to the VCR terminals.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a video decks

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

TV/DBS

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the

(yellow) TV/DBS IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to the TV/DBS IN jacks using pin plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

Video input/output connections:

• Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the (yellow) VCR IN jack, and the video deck’s video input

jack (VIDEO IN) to the (yellow) VCR OUT jack using 75zΩ/ohms video coaxial pin plug cords.

Connecting the audio output jacks:

• Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the VCR IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO IN) to the VCR OUT jacks using pin plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Video deck

VIDEO IN

CD player

Connecting a CD player

Connect the CD player’s analog output jacks (ANALOG OUTPUT) to this unit’s CD jacks using pin plug cords.

CD recorder, MD recorder or other component equipped with digital input/output jacks

DIGITAL jacks

Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output. Refer to page 12 for instructions on setting this terminal.

• Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords (sold separately) for coaxial

connections.

• Use optical cables (sold separately) for optical connections, removing the cap before connecting.

CD player or other component equipped with digital output jacks

Connecting the audio components (2)

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To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in sound quality.

R VIDEO OUTOPTICALL

R VIDEO OUTL

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT

Connecting a Video game equipment

• Connect the Video game equipment’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT lacks.

Connecting a Video camera equipment

• Connect the Video camera equipment’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT lacks.

Video camera

Video game

The V. AUX terminal is covered with a cap. Remove this cap in order to use the terminal. (See page 3 for instructions on removing the cap.)

Connecting a video component equipped with S-Video jacks

• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

• A note on the S input jacks

The input selectors for the S inputs and pin jack inputs work in conjunction with each other.

• Precaution when using S-jacks

This unit’s S-jacks (input and output) and video pin jacks (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-jacks are only output from the S-jack outputs and video signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-jacks, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipment’s instruction manuals.

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

DVD player, VDP, etc.

Connecting a monitor TV

Monitor TV

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

•

Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack (S-VIDEO OUTPUT) to the TV/DBS IN jack using an S jack connection cord.

S-VIDEO

TV or satellite broadcast tuner

Video deck

Connecting the video decks

• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the VCR IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the VCR OUT jack using S jack connection cords.

S-VIDEO

Connecting a DVD player or video disc player (VDP)

DVD/VDP

• Connect the DVD player’s or video disc player’s SVideo output jack to the S-VIDEO DVD/VDP IN jack using an S-Video connection cord.

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner's S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT jack using a S jack connection cord.

S-VIDEO

Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING STATION

FM ANTENNA

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

FM INDOOR ANTENNA (An Accessory)

AM LOOP ANTENNA (An Accessory)

AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

GROUND

NOTES:

•Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

•Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not

disconnect the AM loop antenna.

•Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM antenna terminals.

Bend in the reverse direction.

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

a. With the antenna

on top any stable surface.

b. With the antenna

attached to a wall.

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

Mount

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Speaker system connections

• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (< with <, > with >). Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the sense of direction of the stereo being impaired.

• When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cord conductors, or with the rear panel.

Speaker Impedance

• When speaker systems A and B are use separately,

speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as front speakers.

• Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms.

• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as center and surround speakers.

• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance are connected.

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cord.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

NOTE: NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

System B

FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS

• Precautions when connecting speakers

If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speaker’s magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker away to a position where it does not have this effect.

Connection jack for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (super woofer), etc.

To achieve Dolby Digital (AC-3) playback effect, use a unit that can sufficiently reproduce frequencies of under 80 Hz.

Connecting the speaker cords

(L)(R)

(L) (R)(L) (R)

System A

CENTER SPEAKER

SYSTEM

Protector circuit

• This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently shortcircuited and a large current flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period which results in an extreme temperature rise. When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator LED flashes. Should this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

Note on speaker impedance

• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 Ω/ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait for the set to cool down, improve the ventilation around the set, then turn the power back on.

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Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit.

Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown on the diagram at the left.

NOTES:

• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately 7 meters, but this distance will shorten or operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or if operated from an angle.

• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such devices as possible.

Approx. 7 m

q Press as shown by the arrow

and slide off.

w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly,

as shown on the diagram.

e Close the lid.

NOTES:

• Use only R6P/AA batteries for replacement.

• Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.)

• Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of time.

• If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact

with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

• Have replacement batteries on hand so that the old batteries can be replaced as quickly as possible when the time comes.

• Even if less than a year has passed, replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying operation. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.)

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Range of operation of the remote control unit

Inserting the batteries

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SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 5 to 8), make the various settings described below on the display. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the this unit.

SYSTEM SETUP button

Press this to display the system setup on the display.

CURSOR buttons (•, ª, 0, 1)

Press this change what appears on the display.

ENTER button

Press this to switch the display. Also use this button to complete the setting.

• System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)

Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes (SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response.

Front Sp.

Center

Sp.

Surround Sp.

Subwoofer

Large Small Small Yes

System setup

Speaker Configuration

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

Subwoofer Mode

Delay Time

Default settings

Set the slide switch to “AUDIO”.

Use the following buttons to set up the system:

Subwoofer mode = Normal

Front & Subwoofer Center Surround L & R —

3.6 m 3.6 m 3.0 m —

NOTE:

• The system setup is not displayed when “HEADPHONE ONLY” is selected.

Digital Inputs

Input

source

Digital In Assignment

This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input sources.

COAXIALCDOPTICAL-1 OPTICAL-2

DVD/VDP TV/DBS

Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.

Crossover Frequency

80 Hz

Auto surround mode function setting.

Auto Surround Mode

Auto Surround Mode = ON

Set the Ext. In Subwoofer channel playback level.

Ext. In SW Level

Ext. In SW Level = +15 dB

Check that all the components are correct, then press the POWER operation switch on the main unit to turn on the power.

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to enter the setting.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the speaker configuration set up.

NOTE:

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button again to finish system set up. System set up can be finished at any time. The changes to the settings made up to that point are entered.

*SYSTEM SET UP

Before setting up the system

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the

remote control unit.

(Main unit)

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your center speaker type.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the surround speaker setting.

2 CENTER SMALL

LARGE

SMALL

NONE

NOTE:

• When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the center speaker.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your surround speaker type.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the subwoofer setting.

3 SURR. SMALL

LARGE

SMALL

NONE

NOTE:

• When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the surround speakers.

Setting the speaker configuration

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your front speaker type.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the center speaker setting.

1 FRONT LARGE

LARGE

SMALL

(right) button(left) button

(Initial)

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Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your subwoofer setting.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the settings and switch to the SUBWOOFER MODE setting.

4 S.WOOFER YES

YES

• Parameters

Large…… Select this when using speakers that can fully reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz. Small…… Select this when using speakers that cannot reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz with sufficient

volume. When this setting is selected, low frequencies of below 80 Hz are assigned to the subwoofer. None…… Select this when no speakers are installed. Yes/No…. Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when it’s not installed.

NOTE:

Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the physical size of the speaker, but according to the bass reproduction capacity at 80 Hz. If you cannot determine the best setting, try comparing the sound when set to “Small” and when set to “Large”, at a level that will not damage the speakers.

Caution:

In case the subwoofer is not used, be sure to set “Subwoofer = No”, or the bass sound of front channel is divided to subwoofer channel and not reproduced in some mode.

(right) button(left) button

(Initial)

Setting the Subwoofer mode and Crossover Frequency

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select the Subwoofer mode.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch to the Crossover Frequency setting.

5 SW MODE NORM

+MAIN NORM

(right) button(left) button

(Initial)

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select the Crossover Frequency.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch to the SPEAKER DISTANCE setting.

6 CR.OVER 80Hz

80Hz

100Hz

120Hz

(right) button(left) button

(Initial)

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NOTES: — Assignment of low frequency signal range —

• The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) and the low frequency signal range of channels set to “SMALL” in the setup menu. The low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced from those channels.

— Crossover Frequency —

• When “Subwoofer“ is set to “Yes“ at the “Speaker Configuration Setting“, set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency).

• For speakers aet to “Small“, sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the subwoofer instead. NOTE: For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When

using small speakers, however, setting the crossover frequency to high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.

— Subwoofer mode —

• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “LARGE” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set for the subwoofer in the “Speaker Configuration” settings (see page 10). If “SMALL” is set for the front speakers or “NO” is set for the subwoofer, the subwoofer mode setting does not affect playback of low frequency signal range.

• When the “+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel. In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.

• When the “NORM” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are only produced from those channels. In this playback mode there tends to be little interference of the low frequency range in the room.

• Try playing the music or movie source and select the playback mode providing the stronger low frequency range sound.

Input the distances from the listening position to the speakers and set the surround delay time.

Preparations:

Measure the distances from the listening position to the speakers (L

1 to L3 on the

diagram at the right).

: Distance from center speaker to listening position

2: Distance from front speakers to listening position

3: Distance from surround speakers to listening position

CAUTION:

Set the center speaker at the same distance from the front speakers (left and right) or the subwoofer, or so that the difference in distance (L

– L1) is 1.5 meters or less. Set the surround speakers (left and right) at the same distance from the front speakers (left and right) or the subwoofer, or so that the difference in distance (L

– L3) is 4.5 meters or less.

• The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is

pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance. (“/SW” appears only when subwoofer = yes.)

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the center speaker setting.

7 FRNT/SW 3.6m

Listening position

CenterFL FR

Setting the speaker distance

SL SR

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the front speakers and subwoofer to the listening position.

NOTE:

• The speaker distance can be adjusted between 0 and 18 meters in steps of 0.1 meter.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the center speaker to the listening position.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the surround speakers to the listening position.

• The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the surround speakers setting.

• The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch the DIGITAL input (COAX) setting.

8 CENTER 3.6m

9 SURR. 3.0m

NOTE:

• No setting when “None” has been selected for the center speaker.

NOTE:

• No setting when “None” has been selected for the surround speakers.

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NOTE:

• TUNER and V. AUX cannot be selected.

• Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.

12 OPT2 TV

CD AUX DVD TV VCR CDR OFF

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected to the OPTICAL input 2 (OPT 2) terminal.

(right) button(left) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch the auto surround mode setting.

(Initial)

13 AUTOSURR. ON

OFF ON

For the three kinds of input signals as shown below, the surround mode played the last is stored in the memory. At next time it the same signal inputs, the memorized surround mode is automatically selected and the signal is played. Note that the surround mode setting is also stored separately for the different input function.

SIGNAL Default Auto Surround Mode

q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals STEREO w 2-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multichannel format Dolby PLII Cinema e Multichannel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multichannel format Dolby or DTS Surround

Setting the Auto Surround Mode

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select the Auto Surround mode.

(right) button(left) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch the Ext. In SW Level setting.

(Initial)

14 EXT.IN SW +15

+00

+05

+10 +15

Set the method of playback of the analog input signal connected to the Ext. In terminal.

Setting the Ext. In SW Level

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select the Ext. In Subwoofer channel Level playback.

(right) button(left) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button if you want to start the settings over from the beginning.

(Initial)

This completes the system setup operations. Once the system is set up, there is no need to make the settings again unless other components or speakers are connected to or the speaker layout is changed.

After setting up the system

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to finish system set up.

• Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch the OPTICAL input 2 (OPT 2) setting.

10 COAX CD

CD AUX DVD TV VCR CDR OFF

11 OPT1 DVD

CD AUX DVD TV VCR CDR OFF

Input the type of components connected to the digital input terminals.

Setting the Digital In Assignment

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected to the COAXIAL input (COAXIAL) terminal.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected to the OPTICAL input 1 (OPT 1) terminal.

(right) button(left) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch the optical input 1 (OPT 1) setting.

(right) button(left) button

• Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

• Turn on the power of the different components before operating them.

Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO”.

1. CD player (CD) and CD recorder and MD recorder (CDR/MD) system buttons

2. Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons

6,7 : Manual search

(reverse and forward)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8,9 : Auto search (Cue)

3 : Pause

DISC : Switch discs

SKIP+ (for CD changers only)

6 : Rewind 7 : Fast-forward

2 : Stop 1 : Forward play 0 : Reverse play

A/B : Switch between decks A and B

3. Tuner system buttons

SHIFT : Switch preset channel range

CHANNEL : Preset channel

+, – (up/down)

TUNING : Frequency

+, – (up/down) BAND : Switch between the AM and FM bands MODE : Switch between auto and mono

MEMORY : Preset memory

NOTE:

• TUNER can be operated when the switch is at “AUDIO” position.

Operating DENON audio components

Set mode switch 2 to the position for the component to be operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck)

Operate the audio component.

• For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of infrared controlled components, some models of components may not be operated with this remote control.

DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory. This remote control unit can be used to operate components of other manufacturers without using the learning function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown on the List of Preset Codes (pages 192~194). Operation is not possible for some models.

Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Preset memory

Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR/MD position, to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

Set mode switch 2 to the component to be registered.

Press the ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time.

• Indicator flash.

Referring to the included List of Preset Codes, use the number buttons to input the preset code (a 3-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory.

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To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

NOTES:

• The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset memory.

• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed on the included list of preset codes.

• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and check.

• The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CDR/MD, DVD/VDP and DBS/CABLE.

The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting:

TV, VCR ..............................HITACHI

CD, TAPE ...........................DENON

CDR/MD.............................DENON (CDR)

DVD/VDP............................DENON (DVD)

DBS/CABLE........................ABC (CABLE)

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NOTE:

• Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on remote control for that component.

Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Operating component stored in the preset memory

Set mode switch 2 to the component you want to operate.

Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR/MD position, to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

1. Digital video disc player (DVD, DVD SETUP) system buttons

Operate the component.

• For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

(forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8,9 : Auto search

(to beginning of track)

3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : 10 key

skip + : Disc skip

(for DVD changer only)

DISPLAY : Switch display

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

SETUP : Setup

D, H, F, G : Cursor up, down, left and right

ENTER : Enter setting

2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

(forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8,9: Auto search (cue)

3 : Pause

0~9, +10 : 10 key

3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

(forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 :Play

3 : Pause

Channel +, –: Channels

4. Digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and cable (CABLE) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

D, H, F, G : Cursor up, down,

left and right

ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL : Switch channels

+, –

0~9, +10 : Channels

DISPLAY : Switch display

VOL +, – : Volume up/down

5. Monitor TV (TV) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

D, H, F, G : Cursor up, down,

left and right

ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL : Switch channels

+, –

0~9, +10 : Channels

DISPLAY : Switch display TV/VCR : Switch between

TV and video player

TV VOL : Volume up/down

+, –

NOTES:

• For this CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, buttons can be operated in the same way as for Denon audio components (page 13).

• The TV can be operated when the switch is at DVD/VDP, VCR, TV position.

Punch Through

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Preparations:

Check that all connections are proper.

Turn on the power. Press the power operation switch (button).

OPERATION

Before operating

Select the front speakers. Press the SPEAKER A or B button turn the speaker on.

• ¢ ON/STANDBY The power turns on and power indicator is lit. Several seconds are required from the time the power operation switch is set to the “¢ ON/STANDBY” position until sound is output. This is due to the built-in muting circuit that prevents noise when the power switch is turned on and off. Set the power operation switch to this position to turn the power on and off from the included remote control unit.

• £ OFF The power turns off and power indicator is off. In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from the remote control unit.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

•“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH buttons on the CD, TAPE, CDR/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.

Set mode switch 1 to “VIDEO”.

Set mode switch 2 to the component to be registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).

Press the DVD/VDP power button and the TV power button at the same time.

• Indicator flash.

Input the number of the component you want to set. (See Table 1)

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Table 1

CD 1 TAPE 2 CDR/MD 3 DVD/VDP 4 VCR 5 No setting 0

No.

(Remote control unit)

• The front speaker A, B setting can be also be changed with the SPEAKER button on the remote control unit.

1 2

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Playing the input source

1 2 5

Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Select the input mode.

• Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• Selecting the external input (EXT. IN) mode Press the EXT. IN (or the EXT. IN button on the remote control unit) to switch the external input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed.

AUTO PCM DTS

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Input mode selection function

Different input modes can be selected for the different input sources. The selected input modes for the separate input sources are stored in the memory.

q AUTO (All auto mode)

In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input jacks for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR1603’s surround decoder is selected automatically

Notes on playing a source encoded with DTS

• Noise may be generated at the beginning of playback and while searching during DTS playback in the AUTO mode. If so, play in the DTS mode.

•

In some rare cases the noise may be generated when you preform the operation to stop playback of a DTS-CD or DTS-LD.

upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input sources other than TUNER. The presence or absence of digital signals is detected, the signals input to the digital input jacks are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically in DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the analog input jacks are selected. Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.

w PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode)

Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input. Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals.

e DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode)

Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input.

r ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback

mode) The signals input to the analog input jacks are decoded and played.

t EXT. IN (external decoder input jack selection mode)

The signals being input to the external decoder input jacks are played without passing through the surround circuitry.

NOTE:

• Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs recorded in DTS format are played in the “PCM” (exclusive PCM signal playback) or “ANALOG” (exclusive analog audio signal playback) mode. Select the AUTO or DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback) mode when playing signals recorded in DTS from a laser disc player.

Select the play mode. Press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn the SELECT knob.

Example: Stereo

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector. (See page 18.)

(Main unit)

Start playback on the selected component.

•

For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.

Adjust the volume.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

The volume can be adjusted within the range of –70 to 0 to 18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is set as described on page 18, if the volume for any channel is set at +1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (In this case the maximum volume is adjusted to “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel level)”.)

Input mode when playing DTS sources

• Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode. When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to connect the source component to the digital input jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to “DTS”.

Input mode display

ANALOGDIGITAL

DIGITAL

ANALOG

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

• In the AUTO mode

• In the DIGITAL PCM mode

• In the DIGITAL DTS mode

• In the ANALOG mode

One of these lights, depending on the input signal.

Input signal display

SIGNAL

DIGITAL

SIGNAL

• DOLBY DIGITAL

• DTS

• PCM

The indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly. If the indicator does not light, check whether the digital input component setup (page 12) and connections are correct and whether the component’s power is turned on.

DIGITAL

NOTE:

• The indicator will light when playing CD-ROMs containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will be heard.

DIGITAL

After starting playback

[1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone)

The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed.

BASS TREBLE

123

(Main unit)

Front panel display

• Descriptions of the unit’s operations are also displayed on the front panel display. In addition, the display can be switched to check the unit’s operating status while playing a source by pressing the STATUS button.

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With the name of the volume to be adjusted selected, turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level.

• To increase the bass or treble: Turn the control clockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to +12 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

•

To decrease the bass or treble: Turn the control counterclockwise. (The bass or treble sound

can be decreased to up to –12

dB in steps of 2 dB.)

If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.

The signals do not pass through the bass and treble adjustment circuits, providing higher quality sound.

(Main unit)

[2] Listening over headphones

NOTE:

To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

Plug the headphones’ plug into the jack.

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack. The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is automatically turned off when headphones are connected.

PHONES

[3] Turning the sound off temporarily (muting)

Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily. Press the MUTING button.

Cancelling MUTING mode. Press the MUTING button again. Muting will also be cancelled

when MASTER VOL is adjusted up or down.

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Simulcast playback Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source. Press the VIDEO SELECT button repeatedly until the desired source appears on the display.

Cancelling simulcast playback.

• Select “SOURCE” using the VIDEO SELECT button.

• Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input jacks.

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Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image

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[5] Checking the currently playing program source, etc.

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Using the dimmer function

• Use this to change the brightness of the display. The display brightness changes in four steps (bright, medium, dim and off) by pressing the main unit’s DIMMER button repeatedly.

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BRIGHT MEDIUM

OFF

DIM

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks

Set the external input (EXT. IN) mode. Press the EXT. IN button to switch the external input.

Once this is selected, the input signals connected to the FL (front left), FR (front right), C (center), SL (surround left) and SR (surround right) channels of the EXT. IN jacks are output directly to the front (left and right), center, surround (left and right) speaker systems without passing through the surround circuitry. In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer) jack is output to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack.

Cancelling the external input mode To cancel the external input (EXT. IN) setting, press the INPUT MODE (AUTO, PCM, DTS) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 16.)

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• When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the play mode (DIRECT,STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, 5CH STEREO or DSP SIMULATION) cannot be selected.

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NOTES:

• In play modes other than the external input mode, the signals connected to EXT. IN jacks cannot be played. In addition, signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input jacks.

• The external input mode can be set for any input source. To watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to which the video signal is connected, then set this mode.

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Recording the program source (recording the source currently being monitored)

Follow step 1 to 3 under “Playing the input source”.

Start recording on the tape or video deck. For instructions, refer to the component’s operating instructions.

The signals of the source selected with the function selector button are output simultaneously to the CDR/TAPE and VCR AUDIO OUT jacks. If a total of two tape and/or video decks are connected and set to the recording mode, the same source can be recorded simultaneously on every decks.

Simultaneous recording

NOTES:

• The AUDIO IN’s signal selected with the function selector button are output to the CDR/TAPE and VCR AUDIO OUT jacks.

• The DIGITAL IN’s signal selected with the function selector button are output to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.

SURROUND

Before playing with the surround function

• Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from each

speakers. This adjustment can be performed from the remote control unit, as (described) below.

• The adjustment with the test tones is only effective in the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND modes.

The adjusted playback levels for the different surround modes are automatically stored in the memory of each surround modes.

Set the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND (Dolby Pro Logic II or Dolby Digital or DTS) modes.

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Press the TEST TONE button.

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Test tones are output from the different speakers. Use the channel volume adjust buttons to adjust so that the volume of the test tones is the same for all the speakers.

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position

of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

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After completing the adjustment, press the TEST TONE button again.

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• After adjusting using the test tones, adjust the channel levels either according to the playback sources or to suit your tastes, as (described) below.

Select the speaker whose level you want to adjust.

The channel switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

FL CNTR FR SR SL

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NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position

of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

Adjust the level of the selected speaker.

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Default setting of channel level is 0 dB. The level of the selected speaker can be adjusted within the range of +12 to –12 dB. SW channel level can be turned off by decreasing one step from -12 dB.

OFF ´ -12 dB ´ 12 dB

Only adjustable when the channel is selected with the CH VOL buttons on the main unit.

Dolby Surround Pro Logic IImode

Select the function to which the component you want to play is connected.

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Example:

The Dolby Surround Pro Logic II Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode.

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